I was quite happy with this outfit on this very busy day. Everything stayed in place, nothing spun around, snagged, untucked or annoyed me. I'm rather surprised that I haven't worn this amazing velvet embroidered jacket in over a year, but I do have a few clothes...It's a game of survival in my closet, but this gorgeous piece keeps making the cut, year after year.

This suede skirt also earned a reprieve. It didn't bother me at all (aside from the hook at the top of the zipper grabbing at my hole-y tights once).

Outerwear:

More teal! It is slightly less cold, and has been raining off and on - this is our typical winter, not that "snow" stuff. My accessories are all grey (I like to match): the hat is Liz Claiborne (thrifted), the gloves are Parkhurst (made in Canada) and the fur boa was thrifted.

The stuff:

I love these shoes. I was happy that I'd picked this outfit (and therefore these shoes) as I gave 3 separate tours of our office to all of the new people who started today.

I really like this outfit Sheila! Great one to kick off your week of planned outfits with, and really good it was practical as well as pretty.

I adore that velvet jacket so I can see why you keep it - I think special pieces like this although they may be worn infrequently deserve a spot in the wardrobe just for how special they make you feel when they are worn! :)

The embroidered velvet jacket is to die for! It is absolutely gorgeous. I was out thrifting the other day, and came across a velvet jacket with ribbon roses and pearls scattered down the lapel on one side. It was very artistic, and yet it almost looked like a 1940's style couture too. Sadly it didn't fit- but it was similar in essence to this one, and totally looked like something you would wear!The Artyologist

It's such a good idea putting your clothes together the night before, but I can never be sure I won't have changed my mind overnight. How I feel and what the weather is like also influence what I wear. This ensemble didn't wane in its charm overnight and you look totally fab. It all works, especially the final flourish of those lacy tights, fab!Anna x

It's really helpful, especially if I'm rushed in the morning. I do change things up once in a while or decide to wear something else based on the weather - having a bunch of outfits ready to go really helps, though. Thanks, Anna!

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